Teacher Professional Development
Digital Citizenship Training Opportunities
There are many ways to learn the basics of teaching students digital citizenship. Pick the one that is right for YOU!
Common Sense Education: Digital Citizenship Training
Want to learn the basics of teaching students how to think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly in the digital world? Take this one-hour tutorial to get an introduction to digital citizenship and the suite of resources in our Digital Citizenship Curriculum. At the end of the tutorial, you will receive a certificate of completion.
Common Sense Education: Recognition Program
Common Sense Educators make up a community of innovative folks who believe in the power of technology to transform learning and who know that digital citizenship is an essential foundation for effective digital teaching.
When you become Common Sense Educator, you get:
- A digital badge for your resume or email signature.
- An invitation to apply to be a Common Sense Ambassador.
- An email to your principal acknowledging your achievements.
- Acknowledgement on the Common Sense Education website.
Google for Education: Digital Citizenship and Safety Course
This online course is designed for you and your students to learn how they can help create a safe and positive experience online. By reading, watching videos, and doing activities, you’ll learn how to integrate Digital Citizenship and Safety activities into your classroom curriculum.
As teachers, we know the value of good citizenship in the classroom and school community. Because people spend so much time online, it is important to teach your students how to stay safe on the web. In order to become good and responsible digital citizens, students need to practice critical thinking, learn how to protect their information, and have good privacy habits.
The proper use of technology helps students learn better, and as a whole it enables schools to function better. We believe this program is an important step towards ensuring that all students learn, explore, and have a positive experience online.
